Edmundston Pulp Mill
The pulp and energy operations at the Edmundston Pulp Mill are an integral component of the East Papers pulp and paper complex. It delivers 100% of its bleached softwood sulphite and bleached groundwood pulp to the Madawaska paper mill for the manufacture of specialized packaging, technical, label and publishing papers. A large 45MW biomass cogeneration plant produces electricity that is sold to New Brunswick Power.
Location: Edmundston, New Brunswick
Highlights
- Bleached groundwood capabilities drive high-bright innovation
- Pulp matches requirements of specialty market focus
- Use of biomass cogeneration as sustainable energy source
- Greatly reduced dependence on fossil fuels to minimize carbon footprint
- Stringent wood procurement policy to ensure the procurement of certified or controlled wood
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Overview |
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Production Capacity |
370,000 tpy |
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Number of Employees |
280+ |
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Key Offerings |
Bleached magnesium sulphite based and groundwood pulp |
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Primary Markets |
Integrated pulp source for Madawaska paper mill |
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Certifications |
ISO 14001: 2015 certification |
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2016 Energy Sources |
82% carbon neutral (biomass) |
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Additional Capabilities |
Biomass cogeneration operation (45 MW) |
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